DISQUS

Jim Henderson · 2 years ago

Good review. I am considering it, and this has been informative. Do you have any feel for how long it will play music on a single charge?

K Kendall · 2 years ago

I have also purchased this phone and I was wondering if you were experiencing any sort of heating up during a call? When I talk on my phone for more than maybe 2-3 minutes, the top by the camera get warm to the touch both on the screen on front and on the back. This only happens at the top. I am trying to see if this is an anomoly or if others are finding the same thing.

I appreciate your input.
Thank you,
K Kendall

Mickey · 3 months ago

Yes, it gets really hot; while it charges too. But it doesn't affect the phone.

Dustin Bachrach · 2 years ago

K, I think that I have the same thing. It's not extremely hot, but it gets warm. I don't know why this is happening, but it's not unexpected. So if both our phones do it, I think its all of them.

B Lane · 2 years ago

Hello, nice real-world review. I am looking for a skinny phone...Does this phone support Bluetooth stereo headset for music/calls? Thanks

Dustin Bachrach · 2 years ago

The phone is bluetooth compatible yes. I've hooked it up to my mac and transferred music wirelessly (which was very cool).

I do not own a bluetooth headset so I cannot comment on that, but it should work with it just fine.

Fei · 2 years ago

Hi, thank you for the review. I want to know how is the call quality. Thanks.

Dustin Bachrach · 2 years ago

I've been really satisfied with the sound quality. Even in 1-2 bar zones it still comes through pretty clear. No complaints on that topic.

Jared... · 2 years ago

well like the others my phone gets burning hot i don't know why usually when i am using cv on it and music and stuff and one more think how do i use my comouter to get music to my phone i do not have a slot where the memoy card can go into and the phone only came with a charger no usb cable to plug it into the computer plz anwser thx

Dustin Bachrach · 2 years ago

Jared, if you have bluetooth you can trasnfer photos to your phone. If you have an microsd you can also put music on it. You might have to buy a usb cable though.

brian · 2 years ago

Are you able to use Mp3s as ringtones? ie, mp3s you already have on your computer, not downloaded from AT&T.

Emma · 2 years ago

could you please specify on how you transfered music from your mac to your phone? did you use itunes?
thanks.

Bill Kocik · 2 years ago

I have this phone as well; I'm trying it out on Cingular/AT&T's 30-day trial (and I think I'll probably be keeping it). Just to step in and answer a couple of the questions from above:

B Lane: Yes, the phone supports stereo Bluetooth headsets.

Brian: Yes, you can use mp3's as ringtones with one caveat: the mp3 must be 300K or smaller, or it will not offer you the option of setting it as a ringtone. But if your mp3 is 300K or under, you can copy it directly to the phone and it'll let you set it as your ringtone. No need to use an online ringtone uploader or anything.

Emma: I can't tell you how Dustin used his Mac to transfer music to the A727, but I can tell you how I did it with mine. I just did a file push (using OBEX, I believe) from within OS X, and the phone accepted the file and saved it in my Music folder. Nothing to it.

To everyone: It's quite normal for phones to warm up in the area of their processor during a call. In a phone this thin, it's going to be especially noticeable. It's almost certainly nothing to worry about.

So, good news for everyone, eh? :)

-Bill

Dustin Bachrach · 2 years ago

Thanks for all the answers Bill!

And Emma, it's really simple. Like Bill said, you have to make the mp3 files small, so I trimmed my ringtone to 30seconds and compress if you need to. Then just open up the bluetooth menu and click Send file. Choose the song and send it to the phone. Accept the file on the phone, and you're done.

Angelica · 2 years ago

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sam · 2 years ago

I purchased 3 samsung A727, I like the phone becasue of the size. After yaking 6 minutes the phone starts to get hot and the longer I talk the hotter it will get, I can fell the heat on my ear and it gets to hott after talking 20 minutes that I had to move it away from my ear. I purchased 3 Motorola H700 bluetooth head set and i wokks great, the head set do not get hot but the phones do.

Ryan · 2 years ago

I just bought this phone, and I'm new to Mac. Can you please help me with the file push/OBEX. I don't have a clue what that is. With the phone hooked up via USB, the phone screen says "connected" but my iMac G5 does not acknowlege the phone - no device icon. (the Mac recognized my previous phone) Thanks!

Ash · 2 years ago

I'm thinking of getting this phone too. If we get two of these (one for me one for the girfriend) through AT&T do I have to pay an extra $20 per month for this data plan thing? If so is that per each phone so that would be an extra $40 for what? Thanks!

Also Do I have to download A OBEX program from versiontracker.com or somewhere to throw music and photos on via bluetooth? Thanks

Stacy · 2 years ago

Have any of you guys experienced dropped calls more frequently than normal? I have had a handful of dropped calls using it at home. My husband has a Nokia and his phone works fine. So I can't blame it on the reception strength in the house.

Carlos · 2 years ago

I bought this phone about two months ago and about two weeks ago it started overheating not where the battery is but where the screen and camera are. I reported the problem to AT&T because as part of the overheating, the battery charge would not last long. They sent me a new battery, but the problem continued after 4 days of using the new battery. I'll have to call them again and see if they can replace this phone for a different model.

Bogdan · 2 years ago

Solution to the the overheating problem: You probably have the G3+ icon with )) in red when the phone heats up. That's due to it using data network for reasons unknown to me. However, there is a solution.

Go to Menu >> Settings >> Connectivity >> IMS Settings >> Service

and switch it to "off." There you go, problem solved. You will not loose any functionality, that's a backup service to other WEP services the phone has. I had the same issue and that fixed it on my phone. Let me know if it helps.

- Bogdan

laura · 2 years ago

i just got this phone and when i charge it, the battery icon comes up and i try to turn on the phone but i wont allow me unless i unplug the charger. Is this supposed to happen with this phone?

M · 2 years ago

Yes! My phone heats up too. I notice it after about 10-15 minutes of talking. Get's warm enough after 15 minutes that I have to move it away from my ear. I went online to see if this is something others are experiencing, and it looks like it is. I'm trying Bogdan's solution, we'll see if it helps...if not, I'm going to call AT&T and see if they have any news to what's going on.

Katey · 2 years ago

I was wondering if anyone knows if its possible to transfer MP3 music files from itunes on a PC/windows system to the phone. Thanks!

Katey · 2 years ago

Oops, I also meant to add to my question that if it is in fact possible, what kind of connector/USB-type-thing might I need?

james · 2 years ago

not possible, no way, no how. apple's not going to support a samsung phone. you'd have to use a different program. as for the usb "connector thingy", find one specific to the phone.

Michele · 2 years ago

I am on my second 727, the first I had replaced due to dropped calls and the second does the same thing. At least once every other day, the phone will simply disconnect a call after 5 minutes. I would not buy this phone, for the dropped call issue alone.

Kari · 1 year ago

My phone also heats up, and then I lose my call. I have to turn off my phone and turn it back on to be able to get any connection. I've actually resorted to holding something cold to the back of the phone when I'm having a conversation with someone, which keeps it from dropping the call but isn't in anyway a good solution. I'm going to try Bogdan solution, and I hope it works because other than this problem, I really like my phone.

Frank · 1 year ago

I have had dropped calls from the day I purchased the phone (9/30/07). The phone has 3G capabilities in which if the tower broadcasts the 3G signal you will have better quality calls and the fastest internet access available to cell phones. The downside is that when you switch from a 3G tower to a 2G or lower or visa versa then the call will be dropped. I haven't figured out out to turn off 3G on my phone so if someone can help with that please.

lauren · 1 year ago

I dropped this phone and the screen cracked, but all my numbers are stored on the phone and not my sim card. Seeing as how I can no longer see my screen, can someone walk me through the steps to transfer my numbers from the phone to the sim card? any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.

Rachael · 1 year ago

okay, i bought this phone two days ago. I LOVE IT. although i do have one major problem. i cannot find the sound settings ANYWHERE! i want to change the tone when i receive a text message and since i purchased the phone i've been searching for that option. PLEASE email me at rachael_crabtree@yahoo.com if you can tell me where the sound settings are located in the phone.

thanks,
(i look forward to your reply)
Rachael

moe · 1 year ago

is it true that you can not send or recive pictures on this 727? please advise.

Anonymous · 1 year ago

does anyone know how to use the underscore key on this phone? I can't seem to find it and I can't check my mail becuase my email has an underscore (_) in it.

mathieu · 1 year ago

I bought this phone three months ago, and I loved it, until I lost the back cover. I have been given the run around by Samsung, telling me they can't send me a back cover. Apparently, there have been "issues" of that type in past, and corporate is now handling all requests, with no ETA for response. It's too bad, because I really like this phone, and now I am stuck with it.

Patricia · 1 year ago

I have this phone, and one day it just shut off. i thought maybe the battery had died so i plugged in the charger, and usually when it charges the battery icon pops up on the screen, but nothing happened. then i tried another outlet to see if that weould make it work, but nothing happend. i have tried turning it on over and over but it wont turn on.
do you have any idea of what might be wrong with it?

Ryan · 1 year ago

I love this phone, but I have recently lost the back cover to it. It must have slid off, because I didn't take it off. If anyone knows where I can get one, please let me know: Viperyman22@msn.com
thanks!

Atha · 1 year ago

I love my 727, just installed the opera mini browser, gmail and google maps and now it's even better than I thought it could be. I no longer long for an iphone. BUT I can't find info on what I can and can't install. I really want a music streaming app. I used orb and it worked very well but I don't want to have to use my pc. When I'm on the road I have my PC with me so... anyone know what the OS is on this thing?

Hely · 1 year ago

I also lost the back cover for my phone. Do you guys know where I can get a replacement?

Megan · 1 year ago

I also lost the back battery case cover and am baffled to where I can get another one. The AT&T store has been very little help and I can't find any covers online. Anyone got any info on what to do?

Ami · 1 year ago

Does anyone know how to override the system on the A727 so that I will be able to assign different ring tones to the alarm and text messaging features? I am only able to use the orignal AT&T ring tones. If you have any suggestions, please email me at amibumpus@yahoo.com

Thanks!

John · 1 year ago

How long will the battery last if you use you phone on a regular basis?

Eric · 1 year ago

Hello i just got this phone and it seems really awesome so far. Can someone please help me find how I can change the sound settings, preferably changing my text message tone. Can't find it anywhere. Thanks.


efish91@msn.com

Cesar · 1 year ago

Thanks for the review, I just ordered this phone a few days ago but after hearing about how many people have lost their back covers I'll probably going to be picking up a few extra just in case. Anyone else interested in buying a replacement can check buy them here

http://www.samsung.com/us/consumer/detail/acces...

Josh · 1 year ago

hi i bought this phone a while ago and i am very frustrated with the same tone for text messages i was wondering if you can change it if you have an answer to this please Email me at Enjoilife005@hotmail.com or IM me at Shhmoshua

thanks
Josh

Nikki · 1 year ago

I've recently been experiencing the problem where my phone gets super hot and drains the battery quickly. I read through the comments and decided to try Bogdans idea and it seems to be working, as soon as i switched it to off I could feel my phone starting to cool down.

imero · 1 year ago

The battery cover on my wife's Samsung A727 falls off almost every other day. I've ordered a replacement cover, but I'm not sure that it's going to solve the problem.

Has anyone come up with a solution? I'm thinking about maybe getting a cover for it, but would prefer something more simple.

Linds · 1 year ago

Hey. Thought I'd help a few of you.
*Text message tones can be changed.
*If you cut a song to about 5-10 seconds or so and change them to a certain format (.mmf or .smaf -- using www.media-convert.com) you can use any sort of tone you want.
*Same with ring tones. Sometimes the mp3's don't work, so I have to cut them and make them .mmf files.
*I have been able to send all kinds of pictures, movies, and sounds with my phone using the BlueTooth and multimedia messaging features on the A727.
*To keep the back from falling off, I use a small roll of tape. I just roll it around my finger and put it on the battery. Then, if you put the back to just below where it needs to slide to go on, you can slide it shut and it will stay there. Not a permanent fix, but it sure holds longer than by itself. Also, you don't even notice that it's there.

I've also been wondering if anyone else is having the same problem I have.
Every so often, the screen will come up saying that my SIM card fell out, and I can't do anything with my phone. So far, I've just been taking out the battery, then taking out the SIM card, then replacing everything and turning it on. Sometimes it works, sometimes it doesn't. If you have any suggestions, please email me @ lindsey.koelsch (at) gmail.com.

Linds · 1 year ago

To Anonymous:

The underscore key is in the symbols menu, in the first grid box, #8.

If you hold down the # key for about 3 seconds or so in almost any text field, the Symbols menu will pop up.

Linds · 1 year ago

to lauren:

Left soft key >> the number 8 >> Left soft key >> Down arrow, 13 times >> the number 2 >> Center button >> Left soft key >> left soft key

You're done! Hope that worked!

Also, there are cell phone carriers that will switch all your info for you, you just have to call around and see if they'll do it.

Lauren · 1 year ago

I love this phone! It lets you do anything and everything with the bluetooth. I can upload my own photos from my computer to my phone, including music. I would definitely recommend this phone to anyone.

adam k · 1 year ago

REGARDING MP3'S AS RINGTONES....I HAVE THE ANSWER!!!!

Believe it or not, Yamaha music co. Makes a mp3 to GIFF converter....that is supposed to be for teaching purposes. I can't give you the website info...as I haven't accessed it in quite some time, but I can tell you to type Yamaha mpeg Giff converter samsung a 727, something along those lines...and download the appropriate one for your OS. The program is EXTREMELY easy to use...it is as simple as drag and click mp3 files (for the mac version) and whats more...IT'S FREE!!!!! ENJOY.

adam k · 1 year ago

**** REGARDING MY ABOVE POST ****

THE YAMAHA CONVERTER IS MIFF - NOT GIFF.

adam k · 1 year ago

****WOW I CAN'T TYPE****

The converter is mp3 to .mmf

enjoy.

Caitlin · 1 year ago

Does this phone come with XM radio?

martha · 5 months ago

hello i have been trying to buy this phone..does anybody have an extra one or is selling theres..mine fell in the water..i miss my little phone.email me back if anything thank you.

erasmo · 5 months ago

The phone is grate, I have never lost a call, butthe freaking phone burns my ear when I have a call longer thatn 2 minutes, good thing we have the bluetooth, but come on, plus when you charge the phone or you use the BT, it burns, and the baterie is dead at noon

CBAS3891 · 5 months ago

How do I transfer numbers from the phone to the sim card on this phone?

CBAS3891 · 5 months ago

How do I transfer numbers from the phone to the sim card?

quigi · 4 months ago

CBAS3891: I have the A747, but it's probably the same.
Telephone icon (phone book); Options; 12. Copy to SIM. Easy to do "All".
All entries that were in the phone will appear twice -- phone and sim.

trey · 4 months ago

how do i change the message tone for this phone it says you can in the manuel but it never says how

Mickey · 3 months ago

I absolutely love this one. I got mine wet, and instead of looking for a different phone, I bought the same one over again. Amazing phone.